Monday, 16 May 2016

Guest post - a guide to monochrome from a guest blogger...

Embrace The Splendour of Monochrome in Your Home

The subtle and yet sophisticated blend of black
and white is making a spectacular return into the world of interior design by
creating a perfect balance between the two contrasting shades. The bold and
edgy black in a combination with serene white once again has managed to create
brilliant monochromatic magic that makes an outstanding decorating scheme. The
rough vastness of the minimalistic design that overrules this palette can be
alleviated by using patterns and textures that give the space a true visual
spectacle. A contrasting colour scheme such as this one can find its purpose in
just any room of the house and give it that dash of monochrome it deserves.

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Living in Texture

With the harsh contrasting scheme of the monochrome
design,
the living area threatens to be engulfed in the sterile minimalistic ambient,
which is characteristic for this colour palette. The living room should be
designed to be welcoming of its guests and to exude with warmth and pleasant
ambience. While this might sound like an impossible venture, the play of
textures has the ability to add a gentle touch to the room and make it more
inviting in the process. Faux fur elements, cotton cushions and sheepskin
overthrows create a dazzling combination of fabrics that fit perfectly with
each other.

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Dreaming in Black
& White

The soothing simplicity of minimalism and the plain
blend of the two contrasting shades make a perfect arrangement for the master
bedroom. Simple white bedding with dark minimalistic furnishing is a great way
to add a dash of elegance, while oversized windows that absorb the room in
natural sunlight give it the serenity it needs. All black walls with
contrasting bright white floors are enough to make the bedroom visually
appealing as it is. For a more artistic approach, the use of black and
white wallpapers with floral motifs or oversized geometrical shapes can truly transform
a room completely.

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Patterned Bubble Baths

An eclectic concept of the monochrome bathroom
design works perfectly with the luxurious finishes making a timeless setting.
Marble walls together with diagonal geometrical tiles and back plastered walls
give a dramatic visual aspect all the while maintaining a
relaxing ambience in the space. Polished metals and floral motifs are two
contrasting elements that have the ability to soothe the harshness of the
minimalistic trend, while a classy chandelier seems like a great finishing
detail for accomplishing a more sophisticated setting in the bathroom area.

Image source: decoist.com

…And Just a Dash of
Monochrome

A recipe for creating a perfect kitchen design
in a monochromatic manner is actually quite simple and the secret ingredient is
hidden in subtle elegance. The sophisticated ambience in the kitchen area
characterized with white marble countertops and high-gloss finishes on the
cabinets gives this space a sleek design. The chequered tiles are an essential
part of this monochromatic miracle, while the cohesive vibe could be
accomplished with adding a touch of industrial with easy stove installation of matching design and lighting
fixtures. For an additional spark of refinement, a contemporary open kitchen
design together with a monochromatic dining room creates a sense of opulence.

Making a statement does not always require too
much detail. The monochrome design shows that elegance and beauty can be
achieved though subtle use of texture, patterns and a strictly limited colour
palette. The bold use of the monochrome colour palette and minimalistic details
in home design is a fierce and yet subtle way to add personality to one’s home.
The simplicity of the design is what makes the complete composition a true
piece of art that can embellish any living area in a sleek manner.

Author's
Bio: Lana Hawkins
is an architecture student from Sydney. She enjoys writing about interior
decoration and landscaping. Lana is interested in sustainability and green
building, and that's where she gets most of her inspiration.

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